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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 548
Typical prices: C$ 736-C$ 1,138
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Wed 5/12Sat 8/12
BWI - YVR • 3 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 273
Typical prices: C$ 382-C$ 641
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/12
IAD - YVR • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and Vancouver Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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DCA - YVR
Cheapest • 6% average savings
IAD - YVR
Most popular
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 396 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 7h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver (WAS-YVR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver

Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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1:26 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
29h 14m3 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:15 p.m. - 4:46 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
16h 31m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 548Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 6 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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6:25 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
21h 05m1 stop Toronto Island
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9:15 a.m. - 7:10 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 568Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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6:33 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
23h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Calgary
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8:30 p.m. - 1:49 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 19m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 589Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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6:41 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.BWI  Baltimore/Washington-YVR Vancouver Intl
23h 19m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Calgary
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10:15 p.m. - 4:46 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-BWI Baltimore/Washington
16h 31m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 589Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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11:20 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
16h 10m1 stop Toronto Island
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10:15 p.m. - 1:49 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 34m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 619Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, 23 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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11:20 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
16h 10m1 stop Toronto Island
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10:15 p.m. - 10:11 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 56m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 621Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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6:33 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
23h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Calgary
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4:00 p.m. - 10:11 a.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
16h 11m3 stops Calgary Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 629Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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11:20 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
28h 10m1 stop Toronto Island
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10:15 p.m. - 1:49 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 34m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 633Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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10:33 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
19h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Calgary
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8:30 p.m. - 1:49 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15h 19m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 635Multiple Airlines
22 hours ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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10:33 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
19h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Calgary
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7:00 p.m. - 1:49 p.m.YVR  Vancouver Intl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
16h 49m2 stops Calgary Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 635Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flight route?

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) to Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport route, averaging C$ 824 round-trip. Other Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport routes average C$ 933, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport at C$ 657 round-trip.
•September (C$ 1,020) and December (C$ 1,012) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Lucas Aykroyd

Expert on YVR

Lucas Aykroyd is an award-winning travel writer based in Vancouver (YVR). His favorite adventures include tracking polar bears in Nunavut and rafting over a waterfall in New Zealand. Lucas has written for the in-flight magazines of Delta, SAS, and Porter Airlines. He is also a National Geographic and Toronto Star contributor.

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Key details for Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

C$ 273
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 91% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Vancouver Intl Airport

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport.

  • How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 6,104 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport range from C$ 736 to C$ 1,138, with an average of C$ 903 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 736 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 50% above the C$ 903 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 396 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to C$ 1,037 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 57–C$ 97 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 548 to C$ 2,784. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 293, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR)?

    Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport may depart from several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD). Flights usually arrive at Vancouver Intl (YVR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) – 34% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 865 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 984, a difference of C$ 119.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 04m, compared with 7h 51m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and 7h 51m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. and Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Vancouver Intl Airport is 3 hours behind Washington, D.C. (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Vancouver Intl Airport are BC Place Vancouver, Rogers Arena, and Vancouver Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Vancouver Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Air Canada: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Canada: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 865, about C$ 119 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to Vancouver Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 657 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 363 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 396 round-trip on this route – about C$ 641 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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